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Taken too soon: why so many Americans die young

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The Tipping Points of Climate Change

This chapter explores the global impact of climate change on extreme weather events, including notable phenomena such as heat waves, wildfires, and floods. It emphasizes critical tipping points in climate systems, particularly the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, and raises concerns about the potential consequences of these changes on ecosystems and agriculture.

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